Leadership behaviour of youth coaches

In youth sports, coaches wield significant influence on athlete development. A recent study explores why coaches use specific leadership behaviours and their intended outcomes. Results reveal how different leadership styles correspond with distinct coaching objectives, aiding in enhancing our understanding of coaching practices for improved athlete experiences.

Swimming lessons in underserved communities

Swimming skills and water safety are crucial for all water-based activities and sports, particularly for children and youth. Research on extracurricular swimming programs in underserved communities demonstrates significant improvements in participants’ swimming abilities and safety knowledge, leading to increased confidence in their skills.

Evaluation of the Canadian Sport Policy 2012

Sport for Life for EVERY NEW TO CANADA PARTICIPANT Creating Inclusion of New to Canada Participants in Sport and Physical Activity 2.1

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Youth sport engagement through participant driven events

Sport events often focus on adult audiences, potentially overlooking opportunities to engage youth. Participant driven events and smaller community competitions have shown greater promise in fostering long-term involvement in physical activities for youth.

Types of recovery in sport

Curious about different recovery methods? In a study with CrossFit athletes, researchers found that while electrical muscle stimulation had a slight edge in speeding up recovery, the methods tested, electrical muscle stimulation, light exercise, and total rest, were similar in their effectiveness.

Physical education and student enjoyment

In physical education, the method of teaching sports significantly influences student enjoyment. Alternative approaches, like the Sport Education (SE) framework, enhances lesson enjoyment and improves learning outcomes. These alternative approaches may fill the gap where traditional physical education lacks in ensuring that all students can have fun in sports.

Empowering athlete advocacy for climate action

Athletes in winter sports recognize climate change impacts but often engage in low-risk advocacy actions. Their concerns include inadequate climate knowledge, fear of public perception, and feeling powerless within sports structures. Research shows empowering scholarly activism and building athlete communities may encourage stronger climate action within sports, challenging industry norms for sustainability.

Creating safe spaces in recreational sport: A mental health perspective

Sports are often celebrated for their physical benefits, but they also play a crucial role in mental health. Participation in sports can improve mood, stress relief, and foster a sense of belonging (Bruner et al., 2018; Panza et al., 2020). However, while these benefits are well-documented, they aren’t always guaranteed. In fact, sport participation can…